P.S.A the Mental Health Podcast

This week’s episode of PSA: The Mental Health Podcast picks back up with a heavy mix of faith, culture, and uncomfortable reflection as Izzy dives into the latest installment of Social Media & You Reloaded featuring AmRock from The HL Podcast. The episode opens with Izzy addressing creator fatigue and the reality that working in seasons is necessary for mental and emotional survival in a culture that worships constant output. From there, he transitions into how politics has turned into one of the most toxic conversational spaces for Black people, questioning whether cutting someone off over an election is truly normal or just the result of social engineering.

AmRock helps pull apart how social media has turned politics into performance and outrage into identity, pushing Black men especially into silent corners where opinion equals cancellation and disagreement becomes betrayal. Together they explore how political alignment has become a mental health issue, how groupthink has replaced critical thinking, and how generations of Black folks approach voting differently due to trauma, distrust, and survival.

The conversation expands into abortion debates, civil rights, Trump-era polarization, white liberalism, the weaponization of religion, and class divides inside Black communities. Izzy emphasizes that most people are more informed by memes than policies, that the media incentivizes emotional extremes, and that everyone claims to “do their research” without ever touching a primary source. They also discuss how political identity has become a substitute for personality, how conspiracy theories sometimes feel safer than institutions that Black people no longer trust, and how therapy, faith, and history are necessary for decoding why we argue instead of building.

 Instead of picking sides, Izzy challenges whether Black unity requires ideological agreement or whether maturity means learning to disagree without destroying relationships. This episode is controversial, introspective, and culturally honest—and it reminds listeners that most people don’t actually hate each other; they just don’t know how to talk to each other without losing themselves in the algorithm.

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🗣️ Mental Man Monday — Social Media, Sobriety & Slippery Slopes

After another heavy week of headlines, healing, and hard conversations, Izzy returns solo for a reflective Mental Man Monday livestream that sits at the intersection of faith, culture, and modern manhood—without avoiding the uncomfortable truths most people don’t want to face. The episode opens with a recap of Social Media & You: Reloaded (Part 4) featuring Jonty, where the conversation explored social media conspiracy theories, cultural humor, and the fine line between curiosity and obsession. 

Izzy revisits key moments from that discussion, expanding on how information overload—especially without discernment—can quietly impact mental health. The conversation touches on broader cultural narratives, including high-profile conspiracy conversations and why constantly consuming “hidden truth” content can distort clarity rather than create it. From there, the focus shifts to sobriety after actor Keith Powers publicly shared that he’s one year sober. Instead of framing sobriety as a moral badge, Izzy challenges men to experience sobriety on purpose—not forever, not performatively, but intentionally. Weeks. Months. Long enough to hear yourself think, feel your emotions clearly, and assess whether certain habits still align with where you’re headed. Izzy also shares a personal reflection about briefly revisiting marijuana and realizing that what once felt normal no longer fit the man he’s becoming. 

The livestream closes with a cautionary conversation sparked by a viral moment involving Offset and influencer Celina Powell, where private access turned into public exposure. Rather than shaming, Izzy uses the situation as a real-time lesson for men about lust, boundaries, and how quickly unchecked desire can undo discipline, reputation, and peace. This episode of Mental Man Monday is about clarity over chaos, discipline over indulgence, and learning how to protect your future when temptation looks familiar.

 Listen. Reflect. Heal.
Because before you judge the algorithm, the celebrity, or the culture—
you’ve got to check yourself.

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After another week off, PSA: The Mental Health Podcast returns in the new year with Part 4 of the Social Media series: “Social Media & Conspiracy Theories,” featuring Christian artist and newly married Jonty (J-O-N-T-Y), whose real name is Taijon Jackson. This episode dives deep into how social media, belief systems, faith, and mental health collide in an age where information spreads faster than discernment.

 Izzy and Jonty unpack why conspiracy theories are more than just internet entertainment and how constant exposure to fear-based content can quietly impact mental health, anxiety, and thought patterns. From viral rabbit holes to spiritual discernment, the conversation explores why some people become consumed by conspiratorial thinking and how isolation, stress, and a need for control can push people deeper into misinformation.

The episode tackles some of the most common modern theories—from aliens and the Nephilim to hybrid beings and spiritual deception—while grounding the discussion in biblical perspective, critical thinking, and emotional intelligence. Izzy and Jonty break down why not everything labeled “conspiracy” is false, but why discernment is essential to avoid fear addiction, paranoia, and psychological overload.

Jonty shares how his faith influences the way he evaluates information online, why intentional media consumption matters, and how social media algorithms can subtly shape belief systems. As a youth mentor, he also speaks to the responsibility of teaching young men to think critically rather than blindly reposting everything they see.

 The conversation expands into politics, celebrity influence, and public backlash, examining why figures like Donald Trump and Nicki Minaj spark such polarized reactions—and how pattern recognition, faith, and discernment can help separate truth from trend without losing mental stability.

 This episode also addresses the danger of demonizing everything without understanding context, the difference between questioning systems and living in fear, and why believers must learn to navigate culture without retreating from it. Izzy and Jonty discuss why Christians in entertainment, music, and media matter, and how influence should be used with wisdom rather than control.

 Social Media & Conspiracy Theories is an honest, challenging conversation about faith, mental health, critical thinking, and surviving the information age without losing your peace. If you’ve ever gone down a rabbit hole, questioned what’s real online, or struggled to balance faith with curiosity, this episode is for you.

Listen. Reflect. Discern. And remember—you don’t need fear to find truth.

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This week’s Mental Man Monday arrives just ahead of Christmas Eve with a raw, unscripted conversation about mental health, work burnout, and what happens when success starts to cost you your peace. Izzy opens the livestream by recapping the most recent PSA: The Mental Health Podcast episode, “Social Media & You Reloaded, Part 3,” featuring Anthony Dodson, reflecting on why conversations around family business, generational wealth, and emotional health don’t always perform well on YouTube—but still matter deeply. '

The discussion expands into how social media often creates false images of family unity, success, and wealth, while hiding depression, exhaustion, and identity strain behind curated posts. Izzy revisits Anthony Dodson’s perspective on building legacy with intention, protecting mental health while working with family, and why moving “low” can sometimes be the healthiest choice in a culture obsessed with visibility and validation. '

The livestream then pivots to creator burnout after Kai Cenat publicly shared his decision to step back from streaming for mental health reasons. Izzy breaks down why even doing work you love can still drain you, how rest is essential for longevity, and why men—especially young Black men—need permission to pause without guilt. The conversation challenges the stigma that only professionals can speak on mental health and reinforces the difference between mental health and mental illness.

In the final segment, Izzy unpacks the backlash surrounding Nicki Minaj’s recent comments about men, masculinity, faith, and public identity. The episode explores why cultural figures are often punished for evolving, how public opinion impacts mental wellness, and why men need space to grow, change, and speak honestly—even when it invites criticism. This Mental Man Monday is about rest without shame, truth without filters, and understanding that healing, growth, and identity don’t always look good on camera.

If you’ve ever felt burned out, conflicted by social media, or pressured to perform instead of heal, this conversation is for you.

Listen. Reflect. And remember—you’re allowed to change, rest, and protect your mind.

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Season 9 continues with another powerful chapter in the Social Media & You series as Izzy Baker sits down with Anthony Dodson, also known as Mr. Six Ways, for a deeply layered conversation about family, legacy, rebranding, and mental health. Recorded during the holiday season, this episode explores how social media has reshaped the meaning of family — sometimes strengthening blood ties, and other times creating chosen communities that feel just as real.

Anthony opens up about building a business alongside his daughter and the often unseen tension of balancing fatherhood with entrepreneurship. Together, he and Izzy unpack the emotional weight of legacy, generational wealth, and the responsibility of not passing down unresolved trauma. The conversation challenges the idea that financial success alone defines legacy, emphasizing instead the importance of healing generational wounds, protecting a child’s identity, and prioritizing mental health over optics.

A central theme of the episode is rebranding — not just online, but internally. Anthony speaks candidly about stepping back from constant social media engagement, losing followers during his transition, and shifting his focus from surface-level financial literacy to character development, burnout recovery, and emotional health. Izzy connects this to his own journey of evolving professionally and creatively, highlighting how rebrands often feel uncomfortable before they feel aligned.

The discussion also confronts difficult but necessary topics, including suicidal ideation, survivor’s remorse, and the pressure Black men face to remain strong while carrying inherited burdens. Anthony shares how social media can distort self-worth, amplify comparison, and drain mental health, while also acknowledging its potential as a tool for education, community building, and legacy work when used intentionally.

As the episode closes, the two reflect on family dynamics, holiday triggers, and what it truly means to leave something better behind — not just money, but memories, emotional safety, and freedom. This episode is for anyone navigating change, questioning their online identity, rebuilding after burnout, or trying to build a future that heals rather than repeats the past.

Listen. Reflect. And consider what legacy you’re actively rewriting.

Anthony's Social Media
Instagram: @mr.6ways
TikTok: ‪@mr.6ways
Website: anthonydodson.net

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